The Poor, and Our Duty Toward Them

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What parable illustrates practical Christian help work?

 

The parable of the Good Samaritan. Luke 10:30-37.  

 

When Christ sent out the Seventy, what did he tell them to do in the cities whither they went?

 

“Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God is near you.”

Verse 9.

 

What incentive have Christians for doing prison work?

 

“I needed clothes and you clothed me, I was sick and you looked after me, I was in prison and you came to visit me.” Matthew 25:36.

 

Who notes the groans of the prisoner?

 

“The Lord looked down from his sanctuary on high, from heaven he viewed the earth, to hear the groans of the prisoners and release those condemned to death.”

Psalm 102: 19,20.

 

It is our duty always to give what is expected or asked?

 

“The Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I have I give to you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.” Acts 3:6. (See also 2 Corinthians 12:8.)

 

What is sometimes of greater value even than money to discouraged souls?

 

“When I smiled on them, they scarcely believed it, the light of my face was precious to them.” Job 29:24.

 

Evidence and Fruits of True Salvation

 

What is one good evidence of genuine repentance?

 

“Therefore, O king, be pleased to accept my advice: Renounce your sins by doing what is right, and your wickedness by being kind to the oppressed. It may be that then your prosperity will continue.” Daniel 4:27.

 

What is one evidence that one has a knowledge of God?

 

“He defended the cause of the poor and the needy, and so all went well. Is that not what it means to know me?” declares the Lord.” Jeremiah 22:16.

 

What divine law of retroaction attends giving?

 

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you.” Luke 6:38. (See also Psalm 18:25, 26; 109:17; Galatians 6:7.)

 

What is promised those who give to the poor?

 

“He who gives to the poor will lack nothing, but he who closes his eyes to them receives many curses.” Proverbs 28:27.

 

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